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Firex Baskett UPRIG048_V1 48 Gallon Tilting Gas Indirect Heating Steam Kettle

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Firex Baskett UPRIG048_V1 48 Gallon Tilting Gas Indirect Heating Steam Kettle

48 Gallon, Gas, Indirect Heat, 316 Stainless Steel Liner

Experience superior cooking precision and efficiency with the Firex Baskett UPRIG048_V1 48 Gallon Tilting Gas Kettle, designed for the most demanding commercial kitchens.

  • Constructed with a high-grade 316 stainless steel inner vessel, ideal for acidic products.
  • Features efficient indirect heating via stainless steel tube burners and automatic ignition.
  • Equipped with a 7-inch multifunctional touch screen for intuitive control and program creation.
  • Automatic electric tilting mechanism ensures safe and effortless product discharge.
  • Advanced temperature control using dual probes (product and jacket) for consistent results.
  • Includes robust safety systems with an emergency button and multiple pressure controls.
  • Designed with an IPX4 protection level for durability in commercial kitchen environments.

Overall Dimensions:

57.28"W x 51.57"D x 52.48"H

Product Weight:

1113.0 lb

Stainless Steel Construction

Cooking vessel crafted from AISI 316 stainless steel (2.5-4mm thickness) specifically for acidic products, with the jacket and self-supporting frame made of durable AISI 304 stainless steel.

Electric Tilting

The vessel features an electric tilting mechanism on the front, allowing for easy and safe product discharge and simplified cleaning.

Insulated Double-Cover Lid

An insulated lid with a double cover in AISI 304 stainless steel, complete with an ergonomic handle and balanced by gas springs for smooth operation.

High Efficiency Indirect Heating

Heating is achieved through high-efficiency stainless steel tube burners, providing consistent and uniform indirect heat.

Automatic Ignition and Flame Control

Features an automatic ignition and flame control system that operates without the need for a pilot burner.

Precise Temperature Control

Temperature is precisely controlled by two probes (one for product, one for jacket) via an electronic board, with heating activation automatically adjusted 4°F before the setpoint.

Comprehensive Pressure Management

Includes a pressure switch set at 8.7 PSI, a safety valve (12.3 PSI), a vacuum valve, and an analogic pressure gauge for accurate and safe pressure regulation.

Automatic Double-Jacket Filling

The double-jacket automatically fills with water, ensuring optimal heating performance.

Multifunctional Touch Screen Control

An intuitive 7-inch resistive touch screen with a multifunctional keyboard allows selection of 5 different cooking modes (6 with optional cooling), manual cooking, program mode, and creation/editing of multiphase programs.

HACCP Data & Software Management

Equipped with a USB connection for downloading HACCP data, updating software, and loading custom cooking programs.

Adjustable Stainless Steel Feet

Four adjustable feet in AISI 304 stainless steel ensure proper leveling of the kettle, with removable covers for easy cleaning.

IPX4 Protection Level

Rated IPX4 for protection against splashing water from any direction, making it suitable for demanding kitchen environments.

Integrated Safety Systems

Features an emergency button, heating blockage for excess temperature (with manual resettable safety thermostat), heating block at minimum water level in cavity, a double-jacket safety valve, and heating interruption during vat tilting.

Capacity 48 Gallons
Type Tilting Kettle
Style Indirect Heating
Installation Type Floor Model
Controls Programmable Digital Touch Screen
Cooking Modes 5 (6 with optional cooling)
Interior Finish 316 Stainless Steel
Material 304 Stainless Steel
Kettle Liner 316 Stainless Steel
Kettle Jacket 304 Stainless Steel
Pressure Controlled By Pressure Switch 8.7 PSI
Safety Valve Pressure 12.3 PSI
Protection Level IPX4
Selling Unit Each
Units Per Case 1
Shipping Width 58 Inches
Shipping Depth 52 Inches
Shipping Height 53 Inches
Shipping Weight 1113.0 lb.

Warranty & Protection

1-year parts and labor, 10-year Hemisphere warranty on kettles.

Frequently Asked Questions

The cooking vessel is constructed from AISI 316 stainless steel, specifically designed for processing particularly acidic products, ensuring durability and resistance to corrosion.
The kettle features 5 different cooking modes as standard, with an optional 6th mode available if the cooling double-jacket connection is installed.
Safety systems include an emergency button, heating blockage for excess temperature with a manual resettable thermostat, heating interruption at minimum water level in the cavity, a double-jacket safety valve, and automatic heating interruption during vat tilting.
Yes, the 7-inch touch screen allows for the creation and editing of multiphase cooking programs. For each phase, you can set the cooking type, specific cooking parameters (temperature and time), and even insert text messages for instructions.
Yes, it is equipped with a USB connection that allows you to download HACCP data, update the kettle's software, and load new cooking programs.

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